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Pocket Guide: Louisiana

Louisiana, located in the southern portion of the United States, is a popular destination for tourists from all over the world, including from the United States. The most famous city in Louisiana is New Orleans, which is considered by many to be one of the greatest party cities in the world.

Although Mardi Gras is the most popular and well-known of the festivals in Louisiana, the state actually has many more. Throughout the state, there are over 400 festivals which take place each year.

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No festival is as big as Mardi Gras, but unlike the French Quarter Festival, this yearly celebration is not considered to be family friendly. During the celebration, organizations known as krewes create elaborate and beautiful floats and costumes for the parade. While Mardi Gras is a single specific day, the partying and parades normally begin about two weeks before Mardi Gras itself. Mardis Gras is also celebrated in other cities across the United States and particularly in Louisiana, but not with anywhere near New Orleans' passion. Many Louisiana hotel packages during this time will provide additional bonuses along with discount rates during this time, but those tend to go quickly.

For many of the festivals, you will want to make reservations at one of the Louisiana hotels early. This is especially true of hotels in Louisiana around New Orleans for Mardi Gras. Begin looking for cheap hotel deals in Louisiana at least a year in advance if you are planning on joining in on the Mardi Gras activities.

Advice on Getting a Cheap Louisiana Hotel Deal

In order to find and book the best rooms at special rates and get top discounts and prices on Expedia, remember to not wait too long. You could miss out on the best Louisiana hotel deals as hotels tend to fill up quickly otherwise. When you luck out and are able find hotels during Mardi Gras, the prices can be significantly higher than if you had planned ahead.

Hotels in New Orleans

Even though it was hard to get through due to the crowds for Mardi Gras, it would've been nice to have been warned ahead of time of street closures. Aside from that, the hotel was clean, staff was super nice, very accommodating! Would recommend in a New York minute!

Becky from Texas

This hotel is in New Orleans in the French Quarter, a block from Bourbon Street and half-block to the business district. The …More

There is no doubt in our minds that you will find this hotel both quaint and peaceful. From the staff's eagerness to help to the old world charm this hotel has it. We have stayed here multiple times and have never been disappointed. If you have questions on a restaurant or a point of interest the staff is more than happy to help. They have two (2) outdoor pools that also have a lot of old world charm. The rooms are clean, spacious, and have the amenities that you would expect for a hotel of this caliber.

R&D Hughes from Harrisburg, SD

This locally owned antebellum low-rise New Orleans hotel on a quiet French Quarter street is 2 blocks from Bourbon St, 3 …More

Hotels in Baton Rouge

Very comfortable beds and mostly clean hotel. We loved the location and being so close to the nightlife and parade. Bar staff was great! Only complaints were the bathroom had hair in the corners and the valet staff was rude one night when trying to park our car.

Jessica from Charlotte, Nc

This hotel is located in Baton Rouge (Historic Downtown Baton Rouge), close to Shaw Center for the Arts, Old State Capitol …More

My time there had everything you hope when staying at a hotel. Icouldnt have asked for more i know there reputation wasnt great at one time but now im must say that they have turned it around. I would def recomend staying here.

Jonathan from Baton Rouge

The Belle of Baton Rouge sits on the east bank of the Mississippi, a block from the River Center with its year-round program …More